Three chambers will share how they serve as business-education intermediaries to better align stakeholders and manage cross-sector partnerships to move the needle in education attainment, workforce readiness, and economic development in their regions.

Learn how three chambers mobilized business engagement and partnerships to foster education and workforce development support for special populations, including English language learners, people with disabilities, and immigrants.

Recognizing that an investment in health and wellness boosts economic competitiveness, hear how chambers are collaborating with stakeholders to create a strong, healthy community be ensuring that students are ready to learn, employers consider workplace wellness practices, and regional stakeholders support a health community culture.

Investing in the Higher Education of Incumbent Employees

Communities are increasingly experiencing a shortage of skilled workers. Learn innovative approaches on how to engage your community and technical colleges and create public/private partnerships that assist current employees with upskilling opportunities for a more robust workforce.

Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was signed into law in December 2015, kicking off a time of momentous change and opportunity. Discovery how chambers are providing the business community's perspective on education accountability and college and career readiness.